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PRY 212W

1981 Rover SD1

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,936 mi
Last recorded146,936 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 Rover SD175,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRY 212W
MakeRover
ModelSD1
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 146,936 miles

All four tyres are perishing + old

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 146,924 miles

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 146,552 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

slight play in off side steering arm

Fail 23 Feb 2017 146,552 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

slight play in off side steering arm

Pass 22 Feb 2016 145,321 miles

brake fluid low!

oil leak

power steering noisy

Fail 19 Feb 2016 145,321 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake fluid low!

oil leak

power steering noisy

Pass 18 Oct 2006 145,247 miles

front to rear brake pipe covered in underseal unable to carry out proper inspection

How Reliable is the Rover SD1?

Based on 8,363 MOT tests across 1,000 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
589
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
1,000
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 527
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Steering rack gaiter split 340
parking brake recording little or no effort 278
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 265
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PRY 212W is a 1981 Rover SD1 in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Rover SD1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 75,426 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover SD1 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 527 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PRY 212W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover SD1 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Rover SD1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PRY 212W registered?

PRY 212W is a 1981 Rover SD1, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is PRY 212W safe to buy?

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